The instructors

SAULO RIBEIRO | BLACK BELT - 5TH°​

Founder of the Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu AssociationFounder of the University of Jiu-JitsuAuthor of the best selling book Jiu-Jitsu University5th Degree Black Belt6x World Jiu-Jitsu Champion in 5 different weight classes 2008 World No-Gi Champion2x ADCC World ChampionIBJJF Hall of Fame MemberGrapples Quest Hall of Fame MemberMember of “Cavaleiro da Ordem do Rio Branco” – Brazil

His signature is INTENSITY and his life code is The Truth. His mother taught him sensitivity and unconditional love and from his dad, how to work and live with dignity. His soul lives in peace knowing he is here to SERVE, but his warrior spirit always alert to protect good from evil. Be ready to meet a Samurai.

ALEXANDRE 'XANDE' RIBEIRO | BLACK BELT - 4TH°

Founder of the University of Jiu-Jitsu4th Degree Black Belt7x World Jiu-Jitsu Champion2x World Absolute Champion2012 World No-Gi Champion2012 World Absolute No-Gi Champion2x ADCC World ChampionIBJJF Hall of Fame MemberProud Dad

​Defines FREE SPIRIT. Naïve to poor judgments, SAVAGE in competition. Love is his fuel to teach and SIMPLICITY is his way of life. Perfect companion for all occasions. His SOUL is bully proof. Most GIFTED martial artist we met, and BEST protector his brother could have to build and share GREATNESS.